Shirpur - Arni, Yavatmal
Shirpur is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Shirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirpur is 543211. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.79 hectares and falls under the 445109 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirpur
As per Census 2011, Shirpur village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 676 males and 621 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 984 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 676 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 984 | 562 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 114 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Shirpur
Shirpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamb | East | 2.78 km |
| Umari | West | 2.94 km |
| Khandala | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Bid | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Satara | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Mahalungi | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Deogaon | North | 3.91 km |
| Parsoda | South | 4.03 km |
| Khed | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Jogaldari | West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirpur
Shirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Shirpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shirpur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirpur
Where is Shirpur located?
Shirpur village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirpur?
Shirpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirpur?
The pincode of Shirpur is 445109.
What is the population of Shirpur?
Shirpur has a total population of 1,297, including 676 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Shirpur?
There are 357 households in Shirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirpur is 75.87%. Male literacy is 83.14% and female literacy is 67.95%.